2006 Honda Element vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 531 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Element | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |